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JAMES H. (JIM) COX It is with great sadness that the family of James H. (Jim) Cox announces his passing on Friday, Nov. 12, 2004. Jim was born Aug. 18, 1921 in International Falls, Mn. to the late Bernard and Clara Cox. He lived most of his life in Fort Frances, Ont., where he attended St. Mary’s School and Fort Frances High School. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Jim worked in the woodlands industry in various capacities during the early part of his career. He was buying wood for the Fort Frances mill in East Braintree, Man. when he met the love of his life, Margaret Perchuk. They were married on April 18, 1951. They lived in East Braintree and Kenora, Ont. for the first years of their marriage. For a brief period, they owned and operated the East Braintree Hotel. In 1961, they moved back to Fort Frances and made their home at his cabin on Frog Creek. They have lived there ever since, raising their family and enjoying the country lifestyle. In 1963, Jim joined Canada Customs, where he worked until his retirement. He greatly enjoyed his career at Customs, including the camaraderie of his fellow workers. He loved to share Marg’s wonderful cooking with them. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Bernard and Clara; infant daughter, Catherine; brother, Tom; sister-in-law, Ilene; and great-grandson, Colin. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; five children, Bob (Brenda) Cox, Thorrot (Kathy) Cox, Ann Cox, Marian Hyatt (Mark Culhane), and Martha Cox (Martin Martsch); 11 grandchildren, John Cox, Allison Cox, Sunshine Cox (Seth), Blayne Cox (Charla), Jamel Cox, Michelle Tighe (Ron), Roy Tighe (Cher), Lee Hyatt, Virgil Hyatt, Melanie Hyatt, and Dmitiri Martsch; and two great-grandchildren, Destiny and Kendahl Cox. Jim was a gentleman, an intellectual, a collector, and a story-teller. He was deeply kind and sensitive, and incredibly witty. Teasing his grandchildren was one of his favourite amusements. As a young boy, he began collecting stamps and this became a lifelong passion. He also enjoyed collecting records, antique glass, and bottles. He loved to sing and listen to classical music. He was a great outdoorsman and loved being in the woods, especially picking blueberries. He also enjoyed assisting Marg with the gardening, but mostly he loved spending time with his family. He loved to eat, and enjoyed all the family get-togethers and the great meals that were served. He would invent and play games with us as he was the master of “play.” He would spend hours talking, laughing, and listening to all of us. He was devoted to us and leaves us a legacy of unconditional love, understanding and acceptance. He will be forever missed. A private service will be held Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004. In memoriam donations may be made to Br. #29 of the Royal Canadian Legion.